Crisis doesnβt test how much you know β it tests how well you decide without knowing everything. Drawing on real leadership moments, this piece explores how effective leaders move at 70% certainty, communicate decisively, and turn chaos into momentum rather than paralysis.
by Maximilian Groh, Feb 4, 2026
The hardest career transition isnβt changing roles β itβs changing identity. This piece reflects on the shift from expert to leader, and how to grow into responsibility without abandoning who you are.
by Maximilian Groh, Feb 2, 2026
Great managers donβt just get work done β they develop people who can lead without them. This article lays out a practical framework for turning responsibility into leadership capability.
by Maximilian Groh, Jan 31, 2026
Modern leadership rarely comes with formal authority. This article lays out a practical playbook for influencing decisions, aligning stakeholders, and driving outcomes when responsibility exceeds control.
by Maximilian Groh, Jan 29, 2026
AI wonβt replace your team β but it will change how work is done, how value is measured, and what leadership requires. This article breaks down the seven decisions managers must make to lead people honestly through AI-driven change.
by Maximilian Groh, Jan 25, 2026
AI won't replace procurement professionals. But procurement professionals who use AI will replace those who don't.
by Maximilian Groh, Jan 23, 2026
Itβs easy to overspend on AI procurement software that looks impressive but delivers little. This piece lays out a six-step evaluation framework, shaped by real experience reviewing dozens of tools
by Maximilian Groh, Jan 21, 2026